Right Thoracoscopic, Robot-Assisted Resection of an Apical Mediastinal C7 Schwannoma.

Spinal schwannomas are benign, slow-growing tumors originating from Schwann cells, constituting 25 to 30% of primary spinal neoplasms and most frequently arise from sensory nerve roots in the cervical or thoracic spine. 1 2 3 Although generally nonaggressive, their growth can result in significant neurological deficits due to compression of surrounding structures such as the spinal cord or nerve roots. 4 5 Patients commonly present with localized pain, muscle weakness, and sensory disturbances.

Systematic reviews and meta-analyses in the cerebrovascular space: essential domains for readers.

Introduction: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (SRMAs) in neurosurgery have significantly increased. With approximately 1 million patients affected by cerebrovascular disease annually, interpreting SRMAs necessitates a systematic approach. The objective of this review is to identify and describe four essential domains for SRMA interpretation.

Acute Macrocystic Thoracic Schwannoma: Systematic Review and Illustrative Case Example.

Background: Schwannomas are benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors arising from myelinating Schwann cells. Although macrocystic changes are regularly encountered in schwannoma variants such as vestibular nerve tumors, they are exceedingly rare among spinal neoplasms.

Methods: Case report and systematic review of 4 databases (Ovid Medline, PubMed, Science Direct, and SCOPUS) from inception to present.

Post-pandemic paradigm shift toward telemedicine and tele-education; an updated survey of the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on neurosurgery residents in United States.

Background: Several strategies were implemented during the Covid-19 pandemic to enhance residency training and patient care.

Objective: This study aims to assess the post-pandemic landscape of neurosurgical training and practice.

Method: A survey consisting of 28 questions examining the challenges faced in neurosurgery and the adaptive measures was conducted among US neurosurgery residents from May 2022 to May 2023.

Preventing Sudden Cessation of Implantable Pulse Generators in Deep Brain Stimulation: A Systematic Review and Protocol Proposal.

Introduction: Deep brain stimulation (DBS) requires a consistent electrical supply from the implantable pulse generator (IPG). Patients may struggle to monitor their IPG, risking severe complications in battery failure. This review assesses current literature on DBS IPG battery life management and proposes a protocol for healthcare providers.